Pretty cool indeed, Alex! Thank you for this. If Will Millen were to have been an AR/PR man representing Gibson, so much more the likelihood his F-4 should have been updated with the latest (adjustable) bridge. Now we're getting somewhere!
If the F-4 was received as a demo sample, normal bookkeeping protocol would suggest that Millen's name may appear on documentation as having received the demo instrument with its model and serial number recorded, either by Gibson, or more likely by the Benedict Piano Co. if they furnished the instrument to Millen. However, if Millen purchased it outright, that's another matter.
I don't see Millen's name in Spann's book. However, Joe may be able to elucidate how second-tier reps were employed and what documentation may exist. All this is, of course, in pursuit of the all-important serial number of the F-4 you wish to find.
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